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Dog on leash
We love our pets, and in the City of Alexandria, three City ordinances are designed to keep you, your pet, and the community safe by requiring dogs to be on a leash except in designated areas. Here's a look from the City of Alexandria:
ORDINANCES FOR OFF-LEASH DOGS
5-7-33.1 Running at large in public parks prohibited. This means your dog is not allowed on a public playground or in a public park without being on a leash or in a designated dog area. Breaking this ordinance results in a $100 fine.
5-7-35 Dogs mut be kept under physical restraint. eCollars do not meet the definition of “under physical restraint.” This means you must have your dog on a leash or under other physical restraint like in a dog backpack or stroller. Breaking this ordinance results in a $50 fine.
5-7-42 (5) Dogs are prohibited on public playgrounds and school property. This means your dogs are not allowed on school property or playgrounds, even if they are on a leash or under your physical control. Breaking this ordinance results in a $50 fine.
HOW DO I REPORT AGGRESSIVE OR OFF-LEASH DOGS OUTSIDE OF DESIGNATED AREAS?
To report an issue with an off-leash dog, call the non-emergency Alexandria Police Department number at 703.746.4444. The call will be routed to an Animal Services officer.
WHERE CAN I TAKE MY DOG TO PLAY OFF-LEASH?
The City of Alexandria has seven fenced off-leash dog parks and 11 unfenced off-leash dog areas, which can be found by visiting alexandriava.gov/Dogs or by viewing the Dog Exercise Area category on ParkLink.
Interested in how the City plans for future dog parks? Get involved in a board or commission by visiting alexandriava.gov/Boards, send a message to the City Council, or attend a City Council meeting or Public Hearing.
